India’s Dormant Attitude towards AI Regulations
A Developmental Approach
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.14296/ac.v6i3.5783Abstract
Artificial Intelligence (AI), as the fifth generation of computing, has caught the attention of regulators worldwide, prompting the creation of new and diverse legislation to either regulate AI or adapt to this new era of machines. Recently, the European Union marked history by implementing the Artificial Intelligence Act 2024. The United States (US) also stood in line in 2025 by implementing the US Executive Order titled Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence. This insight has been recognized, as every other country at the domestic and global levels comes up with regulations for the ethical use of AI tools. However, India stunned the world by not considering regulating AI. India, being a global leader, considers AI as a “kinetic enabler” and does not want to harness its potential by hastily implementing any rules and regulations. This paper examines India’s contentious position on AI, delving into the complexities and subtleties of the concept and its influences in other sectors such as healthcare, agriculture, education, and markets. This paper discusses the international perspective on regulating AI and India’s stand in providing platforms for this new era of innovation without any leash while preserving human rights. The development approach of the Indian Government and its role as a member of countries involved in launching the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence will be critically analysed. Last but not least the paper discuss various projects implemented by the Indian Government along with the issuance of guidance and rules for maintaining the objective of “peace in development approach”.
Keywords: artificial intelligence (AI); legislation; development; human rights; India; innovation; kinetic enabler.
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