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INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN CORPORATE MANAGEMENT: OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES, AND ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS IN INDIA

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INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN CORPORATE MANAGEMENT: OPPORTUNITIES, CHALLENGES, AND ETHICAL IMPLICATIONS IN INDIA Adv. Akshat Chauhan, LLM (Corporate Law), Scholar at IILM University, Greater Noida (India) Ms. Garima Mohan Prasad, Assistant Professor at IILM University, Greater Noida (India) Download Manuscript doi.org/10.70183/lijdlr.2026.v04.190 Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly transforming corporate management in India by influencing managerial decision-making, workflow automation, compliance monitoring, customer engagement, financial analysis, risk assessment, and strategic planning across diverse business sectors. In the Indian regulatory landscape, AI adoption is developing within a governance framework shaped by policy initiatives and soft-law guidance issued by NITI Aayog and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), alongside sector-specific oversight by regulatory authorities such as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The enactment of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 has further established an important legal foundation for the lawful processing and protection of personal data used in AI-driven managerial systems. This paper examines the opportunities, challenges, and ethical implications associated with the integration of AI into corporate management practices in India. Adopting a doctrinal and analytical research methodology, the study relies on statutory materials, regulatory papers, policy documents, and corporate case illustrations to evaluate the growing role of AI in contemporary business governance. The paper specifically analyses regulatory instruments including the DPDP Act, 2023, SEBI consultation papers concerning responsible AI usage, RBI observations on AI deployment in regulated entities, and policy frameworks developed by NITI Aayog and MeitY . The study finds that AI can significantly improve operational efficiency, predictive decision-making, compliance management, customer responsiveness, resource optimisation, and strategic agility within corporations. However, it also identifies substantial concerns relating to algorithmic bias, opacity, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, workforce displacement, data governance failures, and accountability deficits arising from automated decision-making systems. The paper concludes that India’s corporate sector should adopt a governance-oriented model of AI integration that combines innovation with board-level oversight, privacy safeguards, explainability standards, impact assessments, cybersecurity preparedness, and meaningful human supervision to ensure responsible and ethically compliant deployment of AI technologies in corporate management.

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AI, FAIRNESS AND FINANCIAL DATA: A LEGAL STUDY OF INDIA’S UPDATED DATA PROTECTION RULES FOR BANKS

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AI, FAIRNESS AND FINANCIAL DATA: A LEGAL STUDY OF INDIA’S UPDATED DATA PROTECTION RULES FOR BANKS Pranav Kumar Saxena, B.A. LL.B. (H), LL.M., Associate Vice President (Legal), Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd. (India) Download Manuscript doi.org/10.70183/lijdlr.2026.v04.181 Artificial Intelligence (AI) now plays a central role in India’s banking sector. Banks depend on AI systems for scoring credit risk, detecting fraud, monitoring transactions, automating customer interactions and supporting compliance processes. These systems promise efficiency and scale, but they also rely on continuous processing of personal and financial data. This increases concerns about fairness, transparency, accuracy and privacy. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDP) and the Digital Personal Data Protection Rules notified in 2025 have introduced a detailed and structured framework to govern the processing of such data. These Rules include strict standards for consent, retention, deletion, breach reporting, cross-border transfers and automated decision making. They also create new classifications, Significant Data Fiduciaries, under which most banks are likely to fall. This paper examines how these updated Rules affect AI enabled banking in India. It studies how the Rules shape responsibilities related to fairness, accountability and transparency in automated decision making. It also compares India’s approach with global models such as the GDPR, China’s PIPL and the United States’ sector specific system. While the new Rules mark a major step forward for data governance, the paper argues that India still needs clearer standards on algorithmic fairness, explainability, vendor management and audit requirements. The aim is to support a regulatory environment that encourages innovation while protecting financial data and strengthening trust in AI driven banking.

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THE EVOLUTION OF PRIVACY AS A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT IN THE AGE OF CYBER CRIME

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THE EVOLUTION OF PRIVACY AS A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT IN THE AGE OF CYBER CRIME Tanmay Gujarathi, Advocate at Bombay High Court (India) Download Manuscript doi.org/10.70183/lijdlr.2026.v04.128 This paper examines the development of privacy as a fundamental right in the context of rising cyber-crime and rapid digitalization. In the current digital world, huge amounts of personal data are produced, collected, and processed throughout day-to-day online activities, exposing individuals to increasing risks such as data theft, hacking, phishing, and cyber terrorism. The shocking rise in cyber-crime cases underlines the urgent need for strong legal safeguards to protect personal information and preserve individual autonomy. The paper looks into privacy not only as a negative right of exclusion but as a broad concept deep rooted in dignity, choice, and trust. It critically analyses the judicial recognition of privacy as a fundamental right under Articles 14, 19, and 21 of the Constitution, particularly through the landmark judgment in Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) v. Union of India, which affirmed the right to privacy as inherent to life and personal liberty. At the same time, it acknowledges that this right is not absolute and may be reasonably restricted under law. The study adopts a doctrinal and analytical methodology, relying on constitutional provisions, judicial decisions, statutory frameworks, and secondary sources. Further, the paper classifies numerous forms of cyber-crimes and inspects India’s divided yet developing legal framework, as well as sector-specific legislation. It critically examines the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 as a major step toward establishing a comprehensive, rights-based data protection rule, while also recognising challenges relating to application, regulatory transparency, and potential state outreach. The paper concludes that protecting privacy in the digital era requires a balanced approach by combining strong legal frameworks, effective enforcement, technological safeguards, and public awareness, ensuring that privacy remains meaningful in an increasingly interconnected world.

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CORPORATE COMPLIANCE IN THE ERA OF DATA PROTECTION AND CYBERSECURITY LAWS

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CORPORATE COMPLIANCE IN THE ERA OF DATA PROTECTION AND CYBERSECURITY LAWS Rajat Sharma, LLM Student at Geeta Institute of Law (India) Download Manuscript doi.org/10.70183/lijdlr.2025.v03.127 The digital transformation of corporate ecosystems has fundamentally reshaped compliance obligations, particularly in the domains of data protection and cybersecurity. This research paper titled “Corporate Compliance in the Era of Data Protection and Cybersecurity Laws” examines the evolving legal landscape governing corporate accountability in India under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, the Information Technology Act, 2000, and related regulatory frameworks. It explores how corporate governance, ethical responsibility, and fiduciary obligations intersect with data protection mandates, requiring businesses to adopt privacy-by-design and risk-based compliance systems. The study further analyses international frameworks such as the EU’s GDPR, UK Data Protection Act, 2018, and US sectoral models, comparing their influence on India’s compliance regime. Emphasis is placed on corporate liability, enforcement mechanisms, cybersecurity risk management, and cross-border data transfer obligations. The paper concludes that an integrated governance model-rooted in ethics, transparency, and accountability-is vital for sustaining trust and resilience in the digital economy. The research adopts a doctrinal methodology, using statutory interpretation, judicial precedents, and comparative legal analysis to propose reforms that strengthen compliance culture and align Indian corporate regulation with global data protection standards.

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AI AND THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY – BALANCING INNOVATION WITH CONSTITUTIONAL PROTECTIONS

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AI AND THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY – BALANCING INNOVATION WITH CONSTITUTIONAL PROTECTIONS Rama Dutt, Assistant professor, Harlal School of Law, Greater Noida Download Manuscript doi.org/10.70183/lijdlr.2024.v03.37 This research paper examines the evolving intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the right to privacy, focusing on how legal systems can reconcile rapid technological innovation with constitutional protections. The paper analyzes key legal frameworks, landmark judgments, and emerging regulatory approaches to AI globally. It also highlights the ethical implications of surveillance technologies, facial recognition, and predictive algorithms. The study concludes by proposing legal reforms and policy strategies to ensure responsible AI deployment that respects fundamental rights. Type Information Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research, Volume III, Issue I, Page 920-932. Creative Commons Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. © Authors, 2024

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DIGITAL SOVEREIGNTY AND STATE RESPONSIBILITY: NAVIGATING CYBERSECURITY CHALLENGES IN INDIA’S LEGAL LANDSCAPE

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DIGITAL SOVEREIGNTY AND STATE RESPONSIBILITY: NAVIGATING CYBERSECURITY CHALLENGES IN INDIA’S LEGAL LANDSCAPE Amal Singh Patel, 10th Semester, B.A.LL.B Student at Amity Law School, Amity University, Uttar Pradesh Dr. Axita Shrivastava, Assistant Professor at Amity Law School, Amity University, Uttar Pradesh Download Manuscript doi.org/10.70183/lijdlr.2024.v03.25 This research paper explores the evolving dynamics of digital sovereignty and state responsibility within India’s cybersecurity landscape. It critically examines India’s legal and regulatory framework, focusing on the Information Technology Act, 2000, the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, and sector-specific cybersecurity mandates. The study highlights the role of Indian institutions like CERT-In, NCIIPC, and regulatory bodies including TRAI, RBI, and SEBI in shaping compliance mechanisms. Landmark judicial pronouncements, including K.S. Puttaswamy v. Union of India and Shreya Singhal v. Union of India, are analyzed to understand constitutional safeguards in cyberspace governance. The paper delves into India’s assertion of sovereignty through data localization, extraterritorial jurisdiction, and blocking powers under Section 69A of the IT Act. It discusses India’s strategic position in global digital governance, balancing territorial and data-centric sovereignty models. The research also examines India’s stance on international legal norms, including its engagement with UNGGE, OEWG, and resistance to the Budapest Convention. By integrating legal doctrines, regulatory structures, and global frameworks, this paper offers a comprehensive analysis of India’s approach to navigating cybersecurity challenges while asserting digital sovereignty and fulfilling its responsibilities in cyberspace. Type Information Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research, Volume III, Issue I, Page 583-613. Creative Commons Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. © Authors, 2024

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RIGHT TO PRIVACY – EXPLORE ITS IMPLICATIONS IN THE DIGITAL AGE

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RIGHT TO PRIVACY – EXPLORE ITS IMPLICATIONS IN THE DIGITAL AGE Spriha Bisht, Student at Christ Deemed To Be University Pune, Lavasa. Download Manuscript doi.org/10.70183/lijdlr.2024.v02.2 The right to privacy is a fundamental human right that has evolved significantly over time in response to changing societal values and technological advancements. This paper aims to investigate the concept and articulation of privacy, trace its historical development through landmark legal cases, and identify the challenges facing privacy in the digital age. The rapid growth in surveillance and data proliferation raises major concerns for individual privacy, necessitating a thorough examination of the current legal frameworks and regulations intended to protect this right. While laws have been enacted in various jurisdictions to control the use of personal data, inconsistencies and inadequacies persist. This research draws from existing literature and case law to highlight the ongoing tension between the right to privacy and society’s demands for security. The paper advocates for reforming legal protections and ethical guidelines that support privacy and applying those guidelines in a manner that not only preserves and protects privacy but also upholds it in light of advancements in state surveillance capabilities. In conclusion, the right to privacy faces significant challenges in the digital age, and there is an urgent need for comprehensive legal reforms and ethical guidelines to safeguard this fundamental human right. Policymakers must strike a balance between individual privacy and societal security, ensuring that privacy is protected without compromising legitimate security concerns. Type Information Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research, Volume II, Issue III, Page 14-27. Creative Commons Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Copyright © LIJDLR 2024

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DEVELOPMENT OF DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY LAW IN E-COMMERCE

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DEVELOPMENT OF DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY LAW IN E-COMMERCE Stuti Jaiswal, Student at Amity Law School, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Dr. Shova Devi, Asst. Professor, Amity Law School, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Download Manuscript ABSTRACT Words and phrases cannot properly describe the idea of privacy. In fact, the privacy in very essential and an important part of every individual’s life; without which or a sense of ‘space,’ one cannot function effectively. Hence, Privacy is regarded as an essential and valuable aspect of anyone’s existence, whether male, female, etc. As a human being, privacy is extremely important. In this case, the information about the person is obtained or transmitted without his or her knowledge or consent. The right to privacy has its own history. In India, right to privacy was originally accepted and announced as the Essential Right in the landmark case of Justice. K.S. Puttaswammy and another Vs. UOI & others[1], thereby famous judgment in the history of Indian law, wherein the Supreme Court held Privacy right as mentioned to be the fundamental Right impliedly mentioned in the Constitution of India, under Article 14, 19, and 21. Regularizing system of a free and fair computerized economy can give a valuable reference highlight adjusting whether a specific case, a right to privacy over that which is guaranteed exists and would beat any genuine interest of the state would rely upon the translation by courts on how the necessities of a free and fair computerized economy can be safeguarded. Opportunity and decency are the foundations of our sacred system, the explanation raison d’etre of our battle for autonomy. Type Information Research Paper LawFoyer International Journal of Doctrinal Legal Research, Volume II, Issue I, Page 776-787. Creative Commons Copyright This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License. Copyright © LIJDLR 2024

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