24 SEPTEMBER 1921, Page 2

The Moplah rebellion in Malabar, it now appears, is still

serious. At the end of last week 3,000 rebels were under arms in the hills, where it is difficult for troops to operate. Govern- ment buildings were burned down, and the Property of Hindus and Europeans was looted. The Viceroy has given a formal denial to the rumour that ex-sepoya and policemen had joined the insurgents. It is characteristic of Mr. Gandhi that with all his pacific professions he should have sought to fish in these troubled waters by going on tour in Malabar. The Indian Government have been induced to allow the military authorities to keep the Mahatma out of the disturbed area, so that he might not add fuel to the flame.