Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technology of the 21st century across various fields, including law. The legal profession, traditionally dependent on human reasoning and ethical judgment, is now witnessing increasing integration of AI in legal research, case prediction, and judicial administration. This paper examines the role, benefits, challenges, and ethical implications of Artificial Intelligence in the legal domain, with a particular focus on its application in the Indian judicial system. The study adopts a doctrinal and analytical research approach, relying on secondary data sources such as judicial pronouncements, government reports, international policy documents, and scholarly literature on AI and law. Findings indicate that AI enhances legal efficiency by automating routine tasks, improving research accuracy, and aiding in case management. In India, initiatives such as SUPACE and E-Courts demonstrate AI’s growing role in judicial processes. However, concerns about bias, accountability, and lack of regulation persist. It was concluded that AI holds immense potential to transform legal systems by increasing efficiency and accessibility. Yet, human oversight remains essential to ensure fairness and ethical integrity. AI should serve as an assistive tool—complementing, not replacing, human reasoning in the pursuit of justice.

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