§ Colonel YATEasked the Under-Secretary of State for India, whether he is aware that in 1893 the privilege of the retention of the title of honourable under certain conditions was granted to Colonial Members of Council; that the extension of this privilege under suitable conditions to Indian Members of Council is much desired in India; and whether he will take steps with a view to Indian officials and Colonial officials being placed as far as possible on an equality in this respect?
§ Mr. MONTAGUI am aware of the Orders of 1893 granting to Colonial Members of Council, under certain conditions, the privilege of retaining the title of honourable after they cease to hold office. But the case of Indian officials is not analogous, and the Secretary of State, after full consideration, is not prepared to move in the matter.