"The nature of the alliance between Myanmar and India has been criticized for giving legitimacy to the non democratic rule of the junta and its violation of human rights. The condemnation of pro democracy movement leader, Aung Sang Suu Kyi to an extended term of house arrest is evidence that the junta is not willing to take chances by releasing the popular activist in the run up to the upcoming elections. General Than Shwe and his administration are apprehensive of the magnetic popularity of Suu Kyi and would rather extend her imprisonment than revert to the situation in 1990 when the Suu Kyi led National League for Democracy swept the elections. India has been largely silent on the trial and conviction of Suu Kyi. The Indian government has done little other than issue mild reminders to Yangon to expedite the democratic process. Despite claiming to be the world?s largest democracy, India has consistently given credence to the military regime in Myanmar. The Indian government although normally an advocate of democratic ideals, on the question of Myanmar, has adopted a contrary principle. .."