New Delhi : A lecture by Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant at Birkbeck, University of London, turned contentious after attendees challenged him over concerns surrounding dissent in India. The incident took place on June 4 after the CJI delivered an address on “Artificial Intelligence and International Law”.
In video clips circulating online, the attendee can be heard saying: “We now hear from a number of legal observers within the country as well as internationally that there’s a great deal of concern about growing hostility to dissent within India. And it does seem that this hostility is somewhat reflected in His Lordship’s speech and it’s very well publicised.”
“With all due respect, I would not be able to take up that question since the topic is concerning artificial intelligence and international law,” the moderator said. Videos from the venue showed a tense atmosphere as some attendees stood up and gestured while the discussion unfolded. “Please, let’s just calm down and put an end to this, can we? Thank you,” an organiser said.
In a statement issued on Friday, the High Commission said the June 4 event had featured a lively discussion following the lecture before one attendee attempted to disrupt proceedings. “Such indecorous behaviour is unacceptable and inconsistent with respectful engagement that should govern public discourse.
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