Artificial intelligence, machine learning, large language models and other innovations have become buzzwords dominating discourse around technology. The concern that AI will displace jobs and render many roles redundant looms large as machine learning and AI extend their reach beyond traditional tech sectors. It is not surprising that this newest form of technological advancement has started to influence India’s legal arena; what intrigues me, however, is the potential value AI may add to our legal system.India’s legal and justice delivery framework has emerged as fertile ground for a burgeoning array of AI-powered legal-tech ventures. A conversation with a developer behind an AI-driven software platform for legal professionals underscored the immense potential of these legal and judicial fields. A search on the internet reveals many “AI-powered” ventures capitalising on this wave, aiming to simplify legal searches, streamline processes, and even aid in legal drafting. Yet, a glaring question remains — does India’s legal and justice delivery system have room, nay need for artificial intelligence?
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