Supreme Court Raises Concern Over Deepfake Manipulation and Algorithmic Bias in Generative AI Systems

The Supreme Court expressed concern over the misuse of Artificial Intelligence in the judiciary, with Chief Justice BR Gavai remarking that even judges have seen morphed images of themselves. 

The Court was hearing a PIL seeking a legislative or policy framework to regulate the use of Generative AI (GenAI) in judicial and quasi-judicial bodies.

The petition highlighted risks of “hallucinations,” fake case laws, and AI bias, arguing that such arbitrariness violates Article 14.

Observing that GenAI’s opacity could undermine fairness and accuracy in justice delivery, the Bench adjourned the matter for two weeks for detailed consideration.

[Kartikeya Rawal v Union of India]