Safeguarding Privacy in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Legal Implications and Challenges

Abstract

The “Right to Privacy” is a fundamental right safeguarded by international agreements, the Indian Constitution, various legislations, and also ratified by the Supreme Court of India. The Supreme Court, in the case of K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India, adjudicated that the Constitution of India safeguards the “Right to Privacy” as a fundamental right under Part III. As far as, right to privacy and artificial intelligence are concerned both are intersecting. Artificial intelligence is quick in collecting personal information, processing and using the personal data without the owner’s consent, and relies on the large database containing the sensitive personal information raises the serious threat to privacy breach. This paper delves into implications of Artificial intelligence and protecting personal data emphasizing at national and global context. The study relies on International Agreement, Reports, Treaties, Indian Legislations, rules, regulations, judicial pronouncements etc. Moreover, for a clearer and more fair presentation of the problem being studied, practical materials related to the topic shall be used. The approach adopted in this study is empirical research, involving the administration of a questionnaire to law students, professors, and advocates. Additionally, a doctrinal study will be employed to provide a theoretical framework for the findings.