Judges very conscious, will not let AI overpower judicial process, Supreme Court says

Key Points

1. Supreme Court addresses concerns about Generative AI (GenAI) in judicial processes.
2. Chief Justice of India (CJI) emphasizes caution regarding AI's role in judicial administration.
3. Petition filed by Kartikeya Rawal highlights potential dangers of GenAI, including 'hallucinations' and bias.
4. The court allows the petitioner to withdraw the plea, suggesting an administrative approach.
5. CJI notes the responsibility of both the Bar and judicial officers to verify AI-generated research.
6. Judicial officers' training camps are addressing AI-related challenges in the legal field.
7. The petition calls for guidelines to regulate the use of GenAI in courts and tribunals.
8. The petition warns about constitutional and human rights concerns arising from the opaque use of AI.