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Published
13 Sept 2026
Source date
12 Sept 2026
Judges Highlight Human Oversight and Affordability for AI in Arbitration at India Digital ADR Summit 2026
Why it matters
At the India Digital ADR Summit 2026, Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal outlined five principles for integrating artificial intelligence into arbitration while preserving human judgment. In addition, Justice M. R. Shah advocated for speedy, cost-effective dispute resolution and emphasised that artificial intelligence must not replace the human mind.
Key points
- Chief Justice Sunita Agarwal outlined five principles for artificial intelligence in arbitration and highlighted the need to balance technology with human judgment.
- Justice M. R. Shah stressed that artificial intelligence should not replace the human mind in decision-making.
- Justice Shah further called for dispute resolution processes to remain speedy and affordable.
What changed
Judicial guidance was delivered on maintaining human oversight and cost efficiency while adopting artificial intelligence within alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
Who it affects
Arbitrators, legal practitioners, ADR institutions, and litigants utilising digital dispute resolution services.
Jurisdiction
India
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