Employing Artificial Intelligence for Adjudication in Indian Courts

Abstract

Artificial Intelligence is touted as the fourth industrial revolution, which will change the way we live our lives. But to what extent can it change the way judicial systems work? The paper seeks to explore the scope of AI in adjudication and assess its plausibility in trial courts in India. The paper begins with a basic understanding of artificial intelligence and adjudication. It then explores the interplay of both with each other. A clear distinction has been made between AI-Adjudication and AI assisted adjudication. It is argued that AI assisted adjudication is a better alternative to AI-Adjudication. Some areas have been identified where AI can be successfully employed for adjudication in Indian Trial Courts. Issues and challenges for introducing AI in the system have then been implored, followed by suggestions and recommendations. In the end it is concluded that AI assisted adjudication must be adopted for efficient and timely adjudication in trial courts.