Regulations on Artificial Intelligence (AI): Decoding China's Approach and How India Can Learn From China

The rapid advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in China has led to the implementation of significant regulatory efforts, including regulations on Recommendation Algorithms, Deep Synthesis, and Generative AI. These regulations aim to address issues, such as discrimination, transparency in content generation, and accuracy in AI outputs. China’s approach to AI regulations is guided by the New Generational AI Development Plan of 2017, emphasizing technology-driven innovation, socialist principles, market dominance, and open-source collaboration. The country’s strategic roadmap focuses on achieving leadership in AI development, aligning with global trends, and fostering innovation through policy reforms and ethical frameworks. In comparison, India’s fragmented frameworks illustrate a lack of an organized governance system. By adopting principles from China’s regulations, such as developing comprehensive legislations, establishing centralized authorities, and mandating transparency and user control measures, India can ensure the responsible advancement of AI technologies and address the emerging ethical, legal, and social challenges.