Yes, AI-generated content or decisions can, and often must, be legally attributed to a human or legal entity for liability, as current legal systems do not recognize artificial intelligence as a legal person. In most jurisdictions, including India, the law requires that responsibility—whether civil or criminal—be assigned to a natural person or a juristic entity (like a company).

When AI systems cause harm, liability is typically traced to the human actors behind the AI—such as developers, owners, operators, or deployers—depending on their level of control, intent, negligence, or oversight. For example:

- If an AI system spreads defamatory content, the platform or individual deploying the AI may be liable under defamation or IT laws.
- If AI is used in autonomous decision-making (e.g., in financial transactions or healthcare), the entity relying on or supervising the AI may be held accountable for wrongful outcomes.

Globally, legal scholars and policymakers are debating models like vicarious liability, strict liability, or even the creation of new liability frameworks for AI use. However, as of now, AI cannot be sued, punished, or held responsible—which makes the attribution of liability to humans essential for legal accountability and the protection of rights under constitutional and statutory laws.

In conclusion, until laws evolve to address AI's independent role, humans and organizations involved in the design, deployment, or supervision of AI systems bear the legal responsibility for its actions.