Trilegal Urges India to Craft Unique AI Regulatory Framework
India must avoid adopting rigid global regulatory models from the EU and the US for Generative AI (Gen AI) and instead create a flexible, locally contextualized approach, according to a new white paper from law firm Trilegal. The paper advocates for a sector-specific, adaptive regulatory model that aligns with India’s socio-economic priorities while fostering innovation.
Flexibility Over Rigid Global Models
The white paper stresses the need for an agile AI regulation framework that caters to India’s unique challenges. Trilegal’s partner, Nikhil Narendran, emphasized that India is at a pivotal moment, and its decisions on AI regulations will shape the country’s economic and social landscape for years to come. The firm recommends a graduated liability structure, focusing on serious risks such as content-based harm, while adopting a notice-and-remediation model for other risks.
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Key Legislative Reforms and Sectoral Benefits
Trilegal’s report calls for key legislative reforms, including exemptions under the Copyright Act for text and data mining (TDM) and easing model training restrictions under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act. The firm highlights sectors like education, healthcare, and financial services, where Gen AI can drive innovation, access, and productivity. To future-proof the regulation, the report suggests strengthening the IndiaAI Safety Institute and establishing international collaborations. The firm proposes a regulator-led approach with continuous industry feedback to adapt to the evolving AI landscape.
