Relevance: GS1 (Modern Personalities), GS3 (Science & Tech Trends) | Source:Indian Express ; TIME Magazine

News: TIME Magazine has selected the “Architects of Artificial Intelligence” as the Person of the Year, recognising the individuals whose work in generative and advanced Artificial Intelligence has had the greatest global impact in 2024.

About TIME Person of the Year

TIME annually honours a person, group, or idea that has exerted the highest global influence—whether positive or negative. The title reflects impact, not moral approval.
This year’s choice highlights AI’s role in transforming economies, public policy, global security, and societal behaviour.

Significance

The recognition signals that Artificial Intelligence has become a defining geopolitical and technological force shaping the future.

Prelims Value Box

TIME Person of the Year is based on influence on world affairs, irrespective of whether the impact is positive or negative.

TIME Magazine – A U.S.-based publication known for influential global lists such as Person of the Year and 100 Most Influential People.

Q. Consider the following statements about TIME’s Person of the Year:

  1. The recognition has historically been awarded only to individuals and never to groups or abstract ideas.
  2. The 2024 choice of “Architects of Artificial Intelligence” reflects TIME’s criterion of global influence rather than moral approval.
  3. TIME Magazine is an institution headquartered in Europe and known for global political rankings.

How many of the above statements are correct?
A. One only
B. Two only
C. All three
D. None

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