Law varsity hosts conference on AI ethics, sustainability

Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab, organised an International Conference on “Navigating the Future: Ethics, Regulations and Sustainability in the Age of Artificial Intelligence” on 22-23 February. The event was held in collaboration with the Indian Society of International Law, New Delhi and the All India Law Teachers Congress.

Justice Surya Kant, Judge at the Supreme Court of India and Visitor of RGNUL Punjab, was the chief guest. He referenced Darwin’s quote, “It is not the strongest of the species that survive, but the most responsive to change,” noting AI has evolved from a theoretical concept to a tangible reality. However, he cautioned the risks of bias, prejudices and historical inequities must not persist in the AI world.

The guest of honour, Justice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of the High Court of Punjab & Haryana and Chancellor of RGNUL Punjab, discussed AI’s potential to transform society, highlighting that while AI can address challenges and manage risks, it must ensure that individual rights are upheld.

Professor Padmakumar Nain, Director of Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, focused on the ethical inconsistencies in AI data usage, emphasising the need for ethical considerations in its application.

Professor (Dr) Jai S Singh, Vice-Chancellor of RGNUL Punjab, welcomed the distinguished guests to the conference.