Topic: Effects of globalization on Indian society
Q2. “Technological progress must ultimately serve human values rather than redefine them”. Evaluate the social implications of the rapid expansion of Artificial Intelligence. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: TH
Why the question
The rapid expansion of Artificial Intelligence is transforming society by creating new opportunities while raising important ethical, social and human-centric concerns.
Key Demand of the question
The question requires evaluating the idea that technological progress should uphold human values instead of redefining them. It also requires examining the major social implications of the rapid expansion of Artificial Intelligence.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Briefly introduce Artificial Intelligence as a transformative technology whose societal impact must remain guided by human dignity, ethics and constitutional values.
Body
- Technology serving human values: Explain why technological progress should strengthen human dignity, equality, inclusion and ethical decision-making rather than replace or diminish them.
- Social implications of AI: Evaluate the positive and negative societal impacts of AI on employment, inequality, education, privacy, human relationships and democratic values.
Conclusion
Conclude by emphasising that a human-centric, ethical and inclusive AI ecosystem is essential for ensuring that technological progress contributes to social welfare and sustainable development.
