CJI DY CHANDRACHUD EMPHASISES AI'S ROLE IN LEGAL TRANSFORMATION

In the Indo-Singapore Judicial Conference, Chief Justice of India Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud underscored the pivotal role of technology, especially Artificial Intelligence (AI), in transforming legal research and the judiciary, while highlighting the necessity of ethical considerations in its incorporation.

The CJI commenced his address by praising the conference’s groundbreaking emphasis on technology and its capacity to instigate pivotal dialogues at the nexus of technology and the judiciary. He acknowledged the profound influence of judicial dialogues in fostering cross-cultural exchange and mutual learning among diverse legal systems.

Underlining the deep-seated bonds between India and Singapore, Chandrachud commended both nations for their dedication to upholding the rule of law and advancing access to justice. “Judicial dialogues indeed play a vital role in fostering cross-cultural exchange and mutual learning among different legal systems. India and Singapore share not only deep social, cultural, and economic ties but also a commitment to upholding the rule of law and promoting access to justice. As two dynamic and rapidly evolving nations, both India and Singapore recognize the transformative potential of technology in modernizing their respective judicial systems,” he stated.

The CJI praised Singapore’s ascent as a global technology and innovation hub, citing its adoption of cutting-edge initiatives such as online dispute resolution platforms and electronic filing systems.