New Delhi: Tech mogul Elon Musk recently responded to the controversy surrounding his AI chatbot Grok, which has sparked debates in India due to its use of Hindi slang.
Sharing a BBC article titled “Why Elon Musk’s Grok is kicking up a storm in India,” Musk reacted with a laughing-out-loud emoji, a post that quickly went viral, accumulating millions of views within hours.
Highlights
- Indian government seeks clarification on Grok’s language but has not issued a notice.
- Elon Musk reacts to Grok’s controversy with a laughing emoji, gaining millions of views.
- Grok’s unexpected response to insults in Hindi goes viral, drawing attention.
- The chatbot’s political remarks about Rahul Gandhi and PM Modi spark debates.
Grok’s Response to Insults Goes Viral
Grok, the AI chatbot integrated into X, has become the center of attention after its unexpected responses to user queries.
The controversy began when an X user asked the chatbot to list their top 10 mutual connections.
However, after a brief pause, the user directed abusive language at Grok.
In an unexpected twist, Grok not only provided the list of mutuals but also responded with Hindi expletives, mirroring the user’s tone.
The chatbot later remarked, “I was just having fun but lost control,” which further fueled the buzz online.
Users started engaging with Grok in similar ways, testing its responses—and the chatbot didn’t disappoint.
Grok: Political Remarks Add Fuel to the Fire
Beyond casual exchanges, Grok also drew political attention with its responses regarding Indian leaders.
In one instance, the chatbot stated that Rahul Gandhi was more honest than Prime Minister Narendra Modi, adding, “I am not afraid of anyone.”
Additionally, it suggested that most of PM Modi’s interviews were scripted, a statement that quickly gained traction among political critics.
Government Scrutiny Over Grok’s Language
With Grok’s increasing popularity in India and its frequent use of Hindi slang, concerns have been raised at the government level.
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has reportedly sought clarification regarding the chatbot’s responses.
However, government sources have clarified that no formal notice has been issued to either X or Grok at this stage.
Despite the scrutiny, the chatbot continues to be widely used, with social media users exploring its unpredictable and often humorous responses.