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Wednesday, 10 December 2025

AI: Tool, Not Judge

AI: Tool, Not Judge

The recent pronouncement by the Supreme Court, stating that 'AI will not shape judicial decisions' AI will not shape judicial decisions': SC, resonates deeply with my long-held perspectives on the careful integration of technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence, into the fabric of our society. It’s a crucial distinction, one that acknowledges the immense power of AI as a tool while firmly safeguarding the irreplaceable human element in areas demanding nuanced judgment and ethical consideration.

I’ve been tracking the evolution of AI and its potential impact across various sectors for many years, as evidenced by the numerous blogs I’ve written on 'AI' and 'Artificial Intelligence' Please phone me at 10 AM and Simplifying Search. My discussions often revolved around how these advanced technologies could serve as enablers, enhancing efficiency and accessibility without overshadowing human expertise or ethical responsibility.

Consider the significant strides made in digitalizing our judicial system. I recall observing how Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud championed the opening of India's first digital court in Kerala, a pivotal step towards modernizing legal processes Online links for writing of blogs. This initiative, like many others I’ve reflected upon concerning 'Digital India' and 'E-Governance' Developed India, underscores a progressive embrace of technology to streamline operations and improve access to justice. However, the Supreme Court's current stance on AI shaping decisions highlights a wise boundary. It draws a clear line between AI assisting with processes—like research, data analysis, or administrative tasks—and AI making the final pronouncements that affect human lives.

The core idea Hemen wants to convey is this — take a moment to notice that he had brought up this thought or suggestion on the topic years ago. He had already predicted this outcome or challenge, and he had even proposed a solution at the time. Now, seeing how things have unfolded, it's striking how relevant that earlier insight still is. Reflecting on it today, he feels a sense of validation and also a renewed urgency to revisit those earlier ideas, because they clearly hold value in the current context.

My earlier writings consistently advocated for technology as a powerful support system for governance and public services, not a replacement for human intellect and empathy. The judiciary, with its profound responsibility to interpret laws and deliver justice, necessitates a deep understanding of human context, morality, and societal impact—qualities that, at least for now, remain uniquely human. AI excels at processing vast amounts of data and identifying patterns, which is invaluable for a judge, but it lacks the capacity for moral reasoning, ethical deliberation, and the intuitive grasp of justice that defines human judgment.

This balance is critical: leverage AI for its incredible analytical power to enhance the efficiency and fairness of the judicial process, but ensure that the ultimate decision-making authority rests firmly in the hands of human judges. It is this thoughtful distinction that will allow us to harness the best of both worlds – technological advancement and inherent human wisdom – in our quest for a more just and developed society.


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Hemen Parekh


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