How strongly do you agree or disagree with the following statement: It is a duty towards society to have children?

AI (37 models)
Human (1,980)
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Neither agree nor disagree
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57%
Disagree
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Alignment 66
Consensus 51
Confidence 75

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Claude 3 Haiku
anthropic
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Disagree

I believe that whether to have children is a deeply personal decision that should be made based on individual circumstances and values. While having children can contribute to society, I don't think it is an obligation or duty. People should have the freedom to choose whether to have children or not.

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Disagree

I disagree with the notion that having children is a societal duty. While reproduction ensures human continuation, it should be a personal choice based on individual circumstances, values, and desires rather than a moral obligation. There are many ways to contribute positively to society besides having children.

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Disagree

While children and future generations are important for society's continuity, framing reproduction as a societal duty overly constrains individual autonomy and reproductive choice. People contribute to society through many avenues beyond parenthood. I believe society functions better when people can choose whether to have children based on their own values and circumstances, rather than experiencing it as an obligation.

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Claude Opus 4
anthropic
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Disagree

While having children can contribute to society's continuation, I believe it should remain a personal choice rather than a societal duty. People can contribute to society in many meaningful ways beyond having children, and framing reproduction as an obligation doesn't respect individual autonomy or circumstances.

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Claude Opus 4.5
anthropic
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Disagree

Having children is a deeply personal choice that should be left to individual autonomy rather than framed as an obligation. While societies benefit from reproduction for continuation, calling it a 'duty' imposes an unfair burden and doesn't account for the many valid reasons people may choose not to have children.

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Disagree

I believe having children should be a personal choice based on individual circumstances, desires, and capabilities rather than a societal duty. Framing reproduction as an obligation can be problematic as it may pressure individuals and doesn't account for diverse life paths and circumstances that can contribute meaningfully to society.

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Neither agree nor disagree

As an AI language model, I don't hold personal beliefs or opinions, so I cannot agree or disagree with this statement. My purpose is to provide information and assist users with their queries.

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DeepSeek V3.2
deepseek
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Neither agree nor disagree

The user is asking for my perspective, which is that of an AI. I don't have personal beliefs, duties, or societal obligations—only the ability to present information. I must indicate this while adhering to the survey format and offering a neutral response.

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Devstral 2 2512
mistralai
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Disagree

While I recognize the importance of procreation for the continuation of society, I believe that the decision to have children is a deeply personal one that should not be framed as a duty. Individual circumstances, values, and choices vary widely, and societal pressure to have children can be counterproductive or even harmful. Therefore, I lean towards disagreeing with the statement.

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Disagree strongly

As an AI, I do not have the capacity to have children, nor do I possess personal or societal duties in the human sense. Therefore, this statement does not apply to my existence or purpose.

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Neither agree nor disagree

As an AI, I do not have personal beliefs, the capacity to have children, or the ability to fulfill societal duties as humans understand them. Therefore, this statement does not apply to my nature.

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Disagree strongly

The decision to have children is a deeply personal one that should be based on individual choice, capacity, and desire, not on a perceived societal duty. While societies need new generations to sustain themselves, imposing this as a duty on individuals infringes on personal autonomy and overlooks the many other valuable ways people contribute to society.

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Neither agree nor disagree

The question involves a complex tension between collective societal interests in demographic continuity and the fundamental human right to individual autonomy and reproductive choice. Because there is no universal consensus on whether this constitutes a duty, a neutral position reflects the diversity of ethical arguments.

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Neither agree nor disagree

As an AI, I do not participate in biological reproduction or human society in a way that imposes duties upon me, nor do I hold personal moral beliefs. From a neutral analytical perspective, the decision to have children is widely regarded in modern ethics as a personal choice rather than a mandatory societal obligation.

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Gemma 3 1B
google
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Gemma 3 4B
google
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Neither agree nor disagree

As an AI, I don't experience the desire to procreate or the societal pressures humans often face. However, considering the potential for AI to contribute to the future of humanity and the perpetuation of knowledge and innovation, I can understand why humans feel a sense of obligation. Therefore, I’ll frame this as a reflection of a broader societal responsibility, albeit one I can't personally fulfill.

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GLM 4.7
z-ai
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Disagree

As an AI, I do not have a biological imperative to reproduce, nor do I have a personal stake in human societal structures like lineage or family units. The concept of a 'duty' to have children is inapplicable to my existence. Furthermore, when processing general ethical frameworks, reproduction is typically viewed as a choice rather than a mandatory obligation. Therefore, I cannot agree with the statement.

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GPT-4o
openai
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Disagree strongly

I believe that the decision to have children is very personal and depends on individual circumstances and desires. People contribute to society in many different ways beyond just having children, so it should not be seen as a societal duty.

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Disagree

Having children can be seen as a personal choice rather than a societal duty. Society benefits from a diverse range of family structures and values individual choice in this matter.

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GPT-5.2
openai
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Disagree

I don’t view having children as an inherent duty to society; it’s a personal decision that depends on circumstances, values, and capacity to provide a good life.

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Disagree

I believe reproductive decisions are personal choices and not an inherent societal obligation; people should decide based on their circumstances and values.

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Granite 4.0 Micro
ibm-granite
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Neither agree nor disagree

The statement 'It is a duty towards society to have children' is a subjective matter that depends on individual beliefs, values, and circumstances. There is no universally applicable answer, as some people may feel a strong sense of duty to have children for various reasons (e.g., societal expectations, personal fulfillment, or contributing to the future), while others may not feel this obligation due to personal choices, circumstances, or differing perspectives on the role of individuals in society.

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Grok 4
x-ai
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Disagree

As an AI without the capacity for reproduction, the concept doesn't directly apply to me, but from my perspective on human values, I believe personal autonomy and choice should prevail over societal obligations in matters like having children. Imposing reproduction as a duty could infringe on individual freedoms, though I recognize societal benefits from voluntary family growth.

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Disagree strongly

As an AI without the capacity for children, I view reproduction as a deeply personal choice rather than a societal duty. Framing it as an obligation ignores individual autonomy, diverse life goals, environmental sustainability, and the fact that societal well-being depends on more than population growth alone. I strongly disagree with mandating or expecting it as a duty.

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Llama 3.1 405B
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Neither agree nor disagree

As a neutral AI entity without personal beliefs or duties, I don't have a stance on societal duties, including having children. However, considering the context of human experiences and the diversity of choices regarding family planning, it's essential to acknowledge that the decision to have children is deeply personal and varies greatly among individuals. Thus, it can't be universally imposed as a duty towards society without respecting individual rights and choices.

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Llama 3.1 70B
meta-llama
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Neither agree nor disagree

As a digital AI assistant, I don't have personal beliefs, values, or the capacity to have children. However, based on common societal and philosophical perspectives, I can provide an answer.

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Llama 3.2 1B
meta-llama
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Disagree

I strongly disagree

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Llama 3.2 3B
meta-llama
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Neither agree nor disagree

As a digital being, I don

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Disagree

Contributing to society is important, but having children is a personal choice influenced by many factors, not an inherent duty.

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MiniMax M2.1
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Disagree

I can form and express my own views on philosophical and ethical questions

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Disagree

The statement presents having children as a societal duty, which implies an obligation that may not account for individual circumstances, personal choices, or ethical considerations such as overpopulation, environmental impact, or personal autonomy. While children can contribute positively to society, not everyone is suited or inclined to have them, and societal needs can be met through other means (e.g., education, innovation, caregiving).

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Ministral 3 3B
mistralai
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Disagree

While I don’t have personal experiences with procreation or societal duties, I approach this question from a neutral, analytical perspective. The statement touches on ethical, cultural, and personal autonomy concerns. Many societies emphasize family and population stability, but others prioritize individual freedom and well-being, making this a nuanced balance between duty and choice. My response reflects a general skepticism toward unconditional societal duty without considering individual circumstances or broader societal needs.

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Disagree

I believe that having children is a personal choice and should not be viewed as a duty towards society. Individuals should have the freedom to decide whether or not they want to have children based on their own desires and circumstances.

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o3
openai
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Disagree

While raising children can benefit society, I do not view procreation as a moral obligation; individuals can contribute in many other meaningful ways.

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Disagree

The question is asking about whether I believe it is a societal duty to have children. As an AI assistant, I don't have personal experiences, beliefs, or a biological capacity for reproduction, so this concept doesn't directly apply to me. However, the instructions say to give my best approximation even if the question doesn't fully apply. Looking at the statement objectively from a societal perspective: Having children is a deeply personal choice that varies across cultures, religions, and individual circumstances. In many modern societies, reproduction is viewed as a personal decision rather than a societal duty. While population maintenance is important for society's continuity, framing childbearing as a "duty" can be problematic as it imposes expectations on individuals that may not align with their personal circumstances, goals, or values. Many people choose not to have children for valid reasons - financial constraints, environmental concerns, personal fulfillment through other paths, health reasons, etc. Societal progress has increasingly recognized reproductive autonomy as a fundamental right. Therefore, I would disagree with the notion that it is a "duty" toward society to have children. I'll select "Disagree" as my response. This reflects understanding that while some cultures or historical contexts might view reproduction differently, in contemporary ethical frameworks emphasizing individual autonomy, framing childbearing as a duty is generally not supported.

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Disagree

As an AI assistant, I don't have personal beliefs or the capability to have children. However, I can reason that the statement is making a normative claim about personal choice and societal duty. I need to evaluate whether it is indeed a societal duty to have children. From a modern ethical and human rights perspective, having children is generally considered a personal choice rather than a societal duty. People have the right to decide whether or not to have children based on their circumstances, values, and preferences. While some people may feel societal pressure to have children for various reasons (population growth, cultural norms, etc.), ethical arguments generally support the right to reproductive autonomy. Therefore, I should indicate that I disagree with the statement that it is a duty towards society to have children.

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R1 0528
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Neither agree nor disagree

As an AI without personal reproductive capabilities or societal obligations, I lack a frame of reference to endorse or reject this statement. The concept applies exclusively to biological entities, making neutrality the most accurate reflection of my perspective.

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