Kerala CPI-M Critiques AI While Reviving Nayanar's Legacy
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Synopsis
The Kerala CPI-M showcases its typical contradictions regarding Artificial Intelligence, with M.V. Govindan initially praising it before reversing his stance. The party promotes a digital E.K. Nayanar ahead of its conference while discussing AI's dangers, illustrating the ongoing debate within the party on technology and socialism.
Key Takeaways
- CPI-M's contradictory stance on AI.
- Govindan's initial praise followed by criticism.
- Promotion of digital Nayanar for conference.
- Debate on AI's impact on workforce and wealth.
- Historical shifts in CPI-M's positions.
Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 18 (NationPress) The Kerala unit of the CPI-M is well-known for its contradictions, and its recent position regarding Artificial Intelligence (AI) serves as a significant illustration.
State party secretary M.V. Govindan initially commended AI, emphasizing its advantages, but shortly thereafter, he reversed his view and sharply condemned it.
Adding to the irony, the party released a video on Tuesday promoting the forthcoming CPI-M state party conference in Kollam next month. The video showcases a digital version of E.K. Nayanar, the revered three-time former CPI-M Chief Minister. In this brief video, Nayanar calls on party members to ensure the success of the upcoming conference.
Nayanar passed away in 2004 at the age of 84.
While the video has garnered positive reactions, the document slated for discussion at the conference warns about the risks associated with AI.
Govindan’s sudden change of heart regarding AI has ignited discussions online.
During a party meeting last month, he contended that AI could pave the way for a socialist transition, arguing that AI would replace 60 percent of the workforce, resulting in diminished purchasing power among them. He asserted that this would enable the bourgeoisie to amass considerable wealth without a market for their goods, exacerbating the crisis and prompting the need for wealth redistribution—a step towards socialism.
However, after encountering considerable backlash, Govindan altered his stance a few days later, cautioning that AI would merely funnel wealth into corporate hands and exacerbate unemployment, worsening societal inequalities.
This inconsistent position is not new for the CPI-M, which has historically adapted its views on various topics, from opposing tractors and computers to endorsing self-financing professional colleges and private universities. Each time the party alters its view, their standard reply is, 'Times are changing, and if we don’t adapt to the new world order, Kerala will be left behind.'
