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Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed industries and societies through automation, decision-making, and data-driven insights. However, the rapid growth of AI systems also raises ethical, social, and fairness-related concerns. A human-centred and responsible AI framework ensures that technological advancement aligns with human values, minimizes bias, and maintains transparency. This paper explores the conceptual and practical frameworks of responsible AI by focusing on fairness, trust, and transparency as core pillars.
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