Artificial Intimacy and Islamic Jurisprudence: Legal and Ethical Perspectives on Sex Robots
This academic article examines the legal and ethical perspectives of sex robots through the lens of Islamic jurisprudence. The research concludes that sexual relations with robots are generally prohibited in all forms, though permissible only in cases of absolute necessity such as avoiding adultery, based on jurisprudential principles from the Hanafi and Hanbali schools. It evaluates how Islamic legal frameworks address contemporary technological innovations in artificial intimacy and artificial intelligence.
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Who it governs
Researchers, Islamic legal scholars, and ethicists seeking to understand the theological and jurisprudential status of artificial intimacy and sex robots.
What the document contains
The article evaluates the legality and ethical implications of sex robots under Islamic jurisprudence, examining different relational configurations between humans and robots, historical precedents of sexual substitutes, and comparative analysis of rulings across major Islamic legal schools.
The text does not provide technical specifications for AI algorithms, formal regulatory enforcement mechanisms by national governments, or legislative policy drafts.
- Islamic jurisprudence generally prohibits sexual relations with robots in all forms.
- The use of sex robots for sexual purposes may be permissible solely under the principle of dire necessity to prevent committing adultery, mirroring certain Hanafi and Hanbali rulings on masturbation.
- Engaging in sexual relations with robots is legally qualified under Islamic penal systems as subject to discretionary punishment (Ta'zir) rather than formal adultery charges.
- Allowing sexual relations with robots is argued to conflict with the primary objectives of Islamic marriage, which include procreation, lineage preservation, and mutual affection.
· Introduction · Literature Review · Method · Results and Discussion · Conclusion
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Accountability
0/5Clear responsibility for AI outcomes
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Fairness
0/5Non-discrimination and equitable treatment
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Human Dignity
3/5Respect for the inherent worth of persons
Marriage provides a healthy environment to maintain cordial relations between spouses and mutual love between them, and it is the only legitimate means for reproduction and preservation of lineage.
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Human Oversight
0/5Humans remain in control of consequential decisions
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Privacy
0/5Protection of personal data and private life
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Transparency
0/5Openness about how AI systems work and are used
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Enforcement
4/5Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force
Therefore, the punishment is reprimand (Ta'zir), which is left to the discretion of the judge. It may be imprisonment and/or a financial fine, or it may be set to render community services
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