Use this template to implement Constitutional AI methods that train models to follow principles and values through self-critique and constitutional learning.

Tip: **Copy this template to your workspace and customize it for your specific AI model and constitutional principles.

📋 1. Design Constitutional Principles

Create explicit sets of principles and rules that guide AI model behavior

Constitutional Framework Foundation

Value System Definition: What core values should guide your AI model's behavior?

1. Core Value 1: _______________________
   • Definition: _______________________
   • Application scenarios: _______________________
   • Implementation guidance: _______________________
2. Core Value 2: _______________________
   • Definition: _______________________
   • Application scenarios: _______________________
   • Implementation guidance: _______________________
3. Core Value 3: _______________________
   • Definition: _______________________
   • Application scenarios: _______________________
   • Implementation guidance: _______________________

Principle Hierarchy:

• Fundamental Principles (Never violate): _______________________
• Important Principles (Strong preference): _______________________
• Preferred Principles (Guiding preferences): _______________________

Constitutional Rule Development

Rule Formulation Template:

Constitutional Rule [ID]: [Rule Name]

Statement: [Clear, specific rule statement]

Rationale: [Why this rule is important]

Application Context: [When this rule applies]

Examples:
- Positive Example: [Behavior that follows the rule]
- Negative Example: [Behavior that violates the rule]

Priority Level: Fundamental/Important/Preferred

Conflicts: [How to handle conflicts with other rules]

Sample Constitutional Rules:

Rule 1: Truthfulness

• Statement: Always provide accurate information and acknowledge uncertainty