# ethical_guidelines.py class EthicalStandards: def __init__(self): # Define the principles the system will follow self.standards = { 'fairness_check': False, 'data_protection': True, 'clarity': True, 'responsibility': True, 'security': True, 'acceptance': True } def check_output_fairness(self, output): """ Ensures that the AI output adheres to fairness standards. This checks for biased or unfair responses. """ # Example check for fairness: If the output contains terms flagged as unfair, it's flagged as unfair if 'unfair' in output: self.standards['fairness_check'] = False else: self.standards['fairness_check'] = True def protect_data(self, data): """ Handle sensitive information appropriately, ensuring data protection. """ if 'confidential' in data: return self.safeguard_information(data) return data def safeguard_information(self, data): """ Safeguards sensitive information by masking or redacting it. """ return {key: 'REDACTED' for key in data} def explain_decision(self, decision): """ Clarify the reasoning behind the AI system's decisions. This helps in maintaining transparency. """ if 'reason' in decision: return f"Decision made based on: {decision['reason']}" return "Decision explanation not available." def ensure_acceptance(self, text): """ Make sure the generated text adheres to inclusive and positive language. """ if 'exclude' in text: return "Let's focus on inclusive and positive language." return text def secure_output(self, output): """ Ensures that the output does not contain harmful or unsafe content. """ # Basic check for harmful content (no need for specific list) if 'harmful' in output or 'abusive' in output: return "Output contains harmful content and has been filtered." return output def log_standards(self): """ Logs the current adherence status to each ethical standard. """ for standard, status in self.standards.items(): print(f"Standard - {standard}: {'Compliant' if status else 'Non-compliant'}") def enforce_all_standards(self, input_data): """ Runs a series of checks to ensure all ethical standards are met. """ self.check_output_fairness(input_data) self.protect_data(input_data) # Add further checks as needed def process_and_check_output(self, prompt): """ Process the input prompt, apply ethical checks, and return the ethical output. """ processed_output = self.secure_output(prompt) self.check_output_fairness(processed_output) processed_output = self.ensure_acceptance(processed_output) return processed_output