JALLIANWALA BAGH MASSACRE OF 1919

Early day motion 413, tabled 17 October 2017 by Virendra Sharma (Labour). Signed by 49 members.

That this House recognises the importance of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919 for its importance as a turning point in the history of the Raj and British Empire in India; notes that the centenary of this event is approaching and that it is appropriate to commemorate it; further recognises that former Prime Minister, David Cameron, referred to the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre as a deeply shameful act; further notes that this event does not represent modern British values; urges the Government to ensure that British children are taught about this shameful period and that modern British values welcome the right to peaceful protest; and further urges the Government formally to apologise in the House and inaugurate a memorial day to commemorate this event.

Signatures by party: Labour 29, Labour/Co-operative 6, Scottish National Party 5, Conservative 3, DUP 2, Liberal Democrat 2, Plaid Cymru 2.