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National Quantum Mission Targets

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Question

Which of the following statements with regard to the National Quantum Mission (NQM) is/are correct?

1It aims at developing intermediate-scale quantum computers with 50-1000 physical qubits.
2Its implementation includes setting up of four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) in academic and national R&D institutes across India.

Select the answer using the code given below: (a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2

Options

a

1 only

b

2 only

c

Both 1 and 2

Answer
d

Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct. The National Quantum Mission aims to engineer intermediate-scale quantum hardware with capacities ranging from 50 to 1000 physical qubits over its operational timeline. The implementation strategy structures research across four specialized Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) targeting Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication, Quantum Sensing, and Quantum Materials.

Question details

Year

2026

Paper

GS Paper 1

Question

Q74

Subject

Science & Technology

Sub-topic

Computing, AI & IT

Type

Statement-based

Difficulty

Medium

Nature

Current-affairs-linked

Source hint

DST National Quantum Mission Guidelines / Cabinet Approvals

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