The Algorithmic Leviathan: Navigating AI’s Juridical, Ethical, And Democratic Labyrinths In The 21st Century
- IJLLR Journal
- May 26
- 1 min read
Saurabh Singh, LL.M. (Master of Laws) Student, Faculty of Law, University of Lucknow, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Prof. (Dr.) Banshi Dhar Singh, Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Lucknow, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
ABSTRACT
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly reshaping societal structures, presenting a formidable array of challenges and opportunities for legal and democratic frameworks globally. This article synthesizes contemporary analyses of AI’s impact, focusing on the intricate interplay between automated systems and fundamental human rights, including freedom of speech, privacy, and non- discrimination. Drawing from international human rights law, comparative legal perspectives, and specific national policy considerations such as India’s AI strategy, it dissects the multifaceted issues of algorithmic bias, the complexities of AI-driven content moderation, the pervasive implications of AI surveillance, and the integrity of democratic processes in an era of sophisticated AI tools. The paper critically examines the urgent need for robust, ethically grounded, and adaptable regulatory frameworks to govern AI, advocating for a human-centric approach that embeds accountability, transparency, and fairness into the design and deployment of these transformative technologies. It argues that without such considered governance, the “algorithmic leviathan” risks an unprecedented erosion of established legal norms and democratic values, necessitating a proactive and globally coordinated response.
Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, AI and Law, Human Rights, Algorithmic Bias, Content Moderation, AI Ethics, Data Protection, AI Governance, Democracy, Surveillance Technologies, India AI Policy
