Reports of deepfake videos and AI-generated misinformation are steadily rising in India, often resulting in reputational harm and mental distress. In light of such developments, what are the ethical dimensions of human behaviour in the digital world? How can families and educational institutions contribute to fostering digital responsibility and empathy among youth?
Answer: With the spread of deepfakes and AI-generated misinformation, ethical concerns in the digital world have intensified. The viral prank video involving U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris illustrates several such ethical dimensions.
Ethical Dimensions in the Digital World
- Intent vs. Consequences: Even if done in jest, causing psychological harm violates the principle of non-maleficence (Indian Medical Council Regulations, 2002) and contradicts the Supreme Court’s emphasis on mental health (Shreya Singhal v. Union of India, 2015).
- Privacy and Consent: Sharing manipulated content without consent breaches the right to privacy and dignity (Puttaswamy v. Union of India, 2017).
- Truth and Authenticity: Deepfakes ....
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