DSCI releases AI liability guidance to address accountability risks in agentic AI deployments

The Data Security Council of India (DSCI) has released an industry guidance document on AI liability, outlining how accountability and responsibility could be assigned when autonomous AI agents cause errors, operational disruptions or other adverse outcomes.

Released on October 30, 2026, the India-focused guidance examines how existing legal provisions and established liability principles apply to agentic AI systems, particularly those operating across multiple vendors and platforms. It aims to help enterprises understand the responsibilities of different stakeholders as they integrate autonomous AI systems into business operations.

Addressing accountability in autonomous AI systems

Unlike conventional AI applications, agentic AI systems can independently execute tasks, make decisions and interact with other systems with varying levels of human intervention. This raises questions about who should be held accountable when an AI agent takes an incorrect action or causes harm, particularly when multiple parties are involved in building, deploying and maintaining the system.

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