§ 14. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for India to what industrial and other organisations the Government of 2120 India are giving or have agreed to give subsidies or financial assistance; what are the specific amounts; and under what conditions this is granted.
§ Mr. AmeryIf the hon. Member would help me by making the object of his Question somewhat more explicit, I could make inquiries from the Government of India.
§ Mr. SorensenIs it really necessary to make it more explicit? Surely the right hon. Gentleman can find out what moneys are paid to voluntary and private organisations of an industrial or similar character? Is that outside the knowledge of the India Office?
§ Mr. AmeryYes, Sir. The Government of India are responsible for the affairs of a continent and for a vast administration. They may be paying out subventions in various directions of which I would naturally not be informed.
§ Mr. SorensenCan I take it that subventions of a substantial character are being paid out to various organisations?
§ Mr. AmeryI am willing to make any inquiry if my hon. Friend will give me an indication of the directions in which he would like me to make inquiries.