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Data and justice: On courts in India and AI tools

CJI Surya Kant launched 'One Case, One Data' (OCOD) and 'Su-Sahayak', an AI chatbot, for judicial digitization. OCOD promises a unified digital trail, better access, and streamlined court processes. Su-Sahayak aids website navigation. While aiming for 'access to justice,' the author raises significant concerns. Risks include interoperability, data integrity, privacy, staff skilling, and misuse. Crucially, these initiatives may deepen the digital divide, burdening independent practitioners and excluding non-digital users. Mitigating AI bias against marginalized communities is paramount for equitable implementation.

The Hindu · The Hindu · May 12, 2026 at 7:17 PM

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