Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) and digital ethics

Class - BBA l st yr.

Subject - Cyber Security

Subject type - MDC

By AP N Jaiswal

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) and digital ethics provides a framework for developing responsible technology, particularly in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cyber law. By rooting digital innovation in ancient Indian philosophical concepts, stakeholders aim to create human-centric systems that prioritize moral responsibility and social harmony. 

Core Philosophical Pillars for Digital Ethics

Traditional Indian concepts are increasingly applied to modern digital dilemmas: 

• Dharma (Righteous Conduct): Serves as a dynamic framework for ethical decision-making in AI, emphasizing impartial action and duty. It is used to guide algorithms in healthcare and law enforcement to ensure fairness and compassion.
• Karma (Accountability): Underlines the consequences of digital actions, promoting long-term thinking and personal responsibility for automated outcomes.
• Ahimsa (Non-violence): Acts as a moral basis for resisting harmful AI uses, such as autonomous weapons, and discouraging intrusive surveillance.
• Satya (Truthfulness): Informs digital transparency and the prevention of deceitful practices like misinformation or deepfakes.
• Seva (Selfless Service): Encourages the development of AI that supports and empowers human workers rather than displacing them.