New Delhi, Jan. 24 -- The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (OPSA) to the central government released a White Paper outlining the country's "techno-legal" Framework to artificial intelligence (AI) governance, aimed at creating a trusted, accountable, and innovation-friendly AI ecosystem.

The White Paper emphasises the contours of a "techno-legal" AI governance framework aimed at mitigating risks while preserving flexibility and innovation.

It highlights India's pro-innovation approach to AI governance, which integrates baseline legal safeguards, sector-specific regulations, technical controls, and institutional mechanisms.

Speaking at the release of the White Paper, Principal Scientific Adviser Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood said, "Devel...