We all know how (the UN's human rights representative in Nepal) Ian Martin et al use threatening language and condemn the smallest mistake committed by the state but remain soft on Maoist terrorist activities. They also keep mum about the activities of the seven-party alliance, no matter what they do. The likes of Martin never remind Maoist supremo Prachanda of his commitment to respect human rights when his people are involved in killings, abductions, attacks, looting and other human right violations. The Maoists claim their party does not kill innocent people, political workers or election candidates but no matter what their press statements say, they continue abusing human rights. The big question is why human rights activists are not openly criticising their activities.