Madras High Court declared AI tools,including ChatGPT,can't replace qualified teachers for teaching integrity,morality. Justices S.M. Subramaniam and N. Senthilkumar highlighted traditional classrooms' importance in building ethical foundations,especially in legal field.
Court reversed earlier decision allowing three law students to take exams despite missing 65% attendance. They'd attended special summer classes to cover absences. Judges concerned this leniency might undercut efforts of students meeting attendance rules.
Justice Subramaniam spoke on fairness in education. Students who put in effort shouldn't be disadvantaged by others getting special treatment. “Only after extreme hard work put in by students are they able to secure a seat through merit in college of their choice,” he said. Many from disadvantaged backgrounds end up in alternative courses due to inability to enroll in desired programs.
Judges stressed unique role of legal education. It's vital link to societal legal,human rights issues. Beyond financial gain,requiring commitment to societal values,Constitution. “Presence of collective and diverse voices of students in classroom,” they noted,underlining vibrant educational environment's importance.
Justice Subramaniam noted dynamic classroom interactions crucial for fostering legal ideas,innovation. “From classroom debates,dynamic social discussions legal ideas,novelty emanate,” he remarked. Classrooms are platforms shaping future legal professionals.
Court acknowledged online learning's benefits,but it shouldn't replace traditional classes. Physical attendance builds self-discipline,punctuality,positive social behaviors. “Certain advantages stem from regularly attending classes. Beyond mere acquisition of knowledge,” they concluded. In-person learning's value remains…
