Alpesh Patel’s Political Sketchbook: Artificial Intelligence and India

Alpesh Patel Wednesday 14th December 2022 08:11 EST
 

I write having just returned from India where at the largest Tech exhibition in Europe I saw numerous AI companies. So I thought I would ask an American AI company, from here in the UK, “Who are the most influential and important people in Indian history?” Here is the answer. It’s a contemporary answer. You will disagree with the answers. But AI is taking over the world!

 

“India has a long and rich history, and there have been many influential and important people who have contributed to its development and growth. Some of the most influential and important people in Indian history include:

  • Mahatma Gandhi: Gandhi is one of the most well-known figures in Indian history, and is considered the father of the Indian nation. He was a political and spiritual leader who is best known for his philosophy of nonviolent resistance, which he used to lead the Indian people in their struggle for independence from British rule.
  • Jawaharlal Nehru: Nehru was the first Prime Minister of India, serving from 1947 to 1964. He was a key figure in the Indian independence movement and is considered one of the architects of modern India. Nehru was a strong advocate for social justice and economic development, and is credited with implementing policies that helped to modernize India.
  • Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: Patel was one of the leaders of the Indian independence movement and is known as the "Iron Man of India." He played a key role in the integration of the princely states into the newly-independent Indian union, and was instrumental in the creation of a strong and united India.
  • B. R. Ambedkar: Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, economist, and political leader who is best known for his efforts to uplift the Dalit (formerly known as "untouchable") community and promote social justice in India. He was the chief architect of the Indian Constitution, and is considered one of the most important figures in Indian history.

These are just a few examples of the many influential and important people in Indian history. There have been countless others who have contributed to the development and growth of India, and it is impossible to name them all.”

 

Okay, how about “How can we improve the UK Parliament?” this is what AI said,

 

“Improving the UK Parliament is a complex issue, and there are many different ways that it could be done. Here are a few potential ideas:

  • Increase the number of women and ethnic minorities in Parliament: The UK Parliament is currently not representative of the population as a whole, with a disproportionate number of white men holding elected office. Increasing the diversity of Parliament would make it more reflective of the people it represents and could lead to better decision-making.
  • Implement electoral reform: The current first-past-the-post electoral system in the UK tends to produce a two-party system, which can lead to a lack of diversity of views in Parliament. Implementing alternative electoral systems, such as proportional representation, could make it easier for smaller parties and independent candidates to gain representation and bring new perspectives to Parliament.
  • Reduce the power of the executive: The UK Parliament is currently dominated by the executive branch, which is made up of the Prime Minister and the Cabinet. Reducing the power of the executive and increasing the power of Parliament as a whole could make the legislative branch more independent and better able to hold the government accountable.
  • Increase transparency and accountability: Making Parliament more transparent and accountable to the public could help to build trust and improve its reputation. This could include measures such as publishing MPs' expenses and increasing the availability of parliamentary proceedings to the public.

 

These are just a few potential ideas for improving the UK Parliament. Ultimately, the specific changes that are needed will depend on the unique challenges and opportunities facing the UK at a given time.”

 

Well the intelligence may be artificial but those are all pretty good answers.

 

Finally, “How do we limit the dangerous power of China to the West” – and the answer

 

  • “Strengthen international institutions: International institutions such as the United Nations and the World Trade Organization can help to regulate the behavior of powerful countries and promote global cooperation. By strengthening these institutions and working together within them, Western countries can help to limit the dangerous power of China and other powerful countries.
  • Increase military and defense cooperation: By increasing military and defense cooperation among Western countries, they can better respond to potential threats from China and other countries. This could include measures such as joint military exercises and the sharing of intelligence and technology.
  • Promote economic cooperation and integration: By promoting economic cooperation and integration among Western countries, they can create a stronger economic bloc that is better able to compete with China and other countries. This could include measures such as free trade agreements and the creation of common markets.
  • Encourage political and cultural exchange: By promoting political and cultural exchange between Western countries and China, they can help to build mutual understanding and reduce the potential for conflict. This could include measures such as exchanges between politicians, business leaders, and other individuals.”

 

Pretty impressive is AI.


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