Ethics Simplified: UPSC aspirants ask — Are humans failing ethically in the AI age? Here’s an answer

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An Indian Express ethics column explores whether humans are failing ethically in the AI age. Education alone doesn't ensure moral behavior; knowledge must translate into action. AI systems lack conscience and empathy, operating on data reflecting creator biases. Rather than creating ethical problems independently, AI amplifies existing human intentions—both good and bad. The article examines tensions between personal integrity and institutional responsibility in contemporary society.

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