Which author is famous for formulating the three laws of robotics?

• A. Bill Gates
• B. Steve Jobs
• C. Isaac Asimov
• D. Wendelin Reich

Answer: (C)

Isaac Asimov is the author who formulated the three laws of robotics. He introduced these rules in his science‑fiction stories to explore how robots should behave around humans and to create ethical tensions within his plots. The laws are arranged in a hierarchy: a robot may not injure a human or allow a human to come to harm; a robot must obey human orders except where such orders would conflict with the first law; and a robot must protect its own existence as long as this does not conflict with the first or second laws. This framework helps explain why a robot might refuse a command or prioritize saving a person over following an instruction, highlighting how simple rules can lead to complex behavior. Asimov’s ideas have become a lasting touchstone in discussions of robot safety and AI ethics, even though real systems use more nuanced, context-aware safeguards. The other names listed are not associated with these rules.