Which among the following is NOT a core element of AIMS?

While Independence and honesty are general auditing values (as per ISO 19011:2018, Clause 4 on audit principles), they are not listed as core principles of an AI Management System (AIMS) under ISO/IEC 42001:2023.

The recognized core principles and values within an AIMS — according to the standard and PECB training — include:

Fairness and Non-Discrimination

Privacy and Security

Safety and Reliability

Accountability

Transparency and Explainability

Human-Centered Design

These principles guide the risk management, operational control, and ethical alignment of AI systems throughout their lifecycle, as required in Clauses 4.2, 6.1, and 8.2 of ISO/IEC 42001.