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NHRC Probes AI Child Data Risks
Coverage from IBTimes India, The Morning Voice, and others
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Executive Summary
NHRC has ordered reviews of an AI education program after complaints that children's data may be collected, stored, or transferred without proper safeguards
- NHRC issued notices to central ministries, states, and union territories over child data protection concerns
- The complaint centers on Anthropic and Pratham's Anytime Testing Machine used in education
- The system reportedly processes handwritten student responses and academic records
- Allegations include collection, processing, storage, and possible cross-border transfer of minors data
- The complaint says weak safeguards could violate the DPDP Act 2023 and other Indian laws
- NHRC asked authorities to investigate, review MoUs, and submit action taken reports within two weeks
- Officials were told to ensure NGO-collected data is not misused in government-linked programs
Quick Facts
- What: Probing AI education data risks affecting children
- Where: India across central and state authorities
- Why: To prevent misuse of minors personal data
- Who: NHRC, Indian ministries, states, and education partners
- When: After complaints were filed and notices issued
Coverage Timeline: 12 Days
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NHRC in India issues notices to ministries and state administrations in response to concerns about child data protection in AI education initiative.
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