Can AGI develop emotions and consciousness like humans?

Yes, eventually

Maybe, but not like humans

No, emotions are uniquely human

Not sure

One of the most intriguing questions about Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) is whether it can experience emotions and consciousness like humans. Current AI can simulate empathy and recognize human emotions, but true consciousness remains a mystery. Philosophers, neuroscientists, and AI researchers debate whether machines can ever "feel" or if they'll just mimic emotional responses.

Will AGI eventually dream, hope, or feel sadness? Or will it always be a sophisticated pattern-recognition tool with no inner world? This question taps into deep human fears and hopes about creating something in our own image. Share your view in this poll—can AGI develop emotional intelligence and genuine consciousness? Help us understand public perception of this sci-fi-turned-real debate.

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Can AGI develop emotions and consciousness like humans?

Manish Sharma
Author

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Can AGI develop emotions and consciousness like humans?

Manish SharmaAuthor

Which industry do you think will benefit the most from AI adoption in India over the next five years?

With companies like OpenAI, Google, and xAI competing for top AI researchers, do you think India should invest more in nurturing homegrown AI talent?

Do you think China's rise of “dark factories” poses a threat to traditional manufacturing jobs globally, including in India?

Do you believe the Swarail app’s AI-powered features, now available on Android, will significantly improve the Indian Railways user experience?

Manish Sharma
Author