UPSC Prelims 2026
Question 74 of 100
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Question 74
GS Paper-1 • 2 Marks
Which of the following statements with regard to the National Quantum Mission (NQM) is/are correct ?
1. It aims at developing intermediate-scale quantum computers with 50 – 1000 physical qubits.
2. Its 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 :

Options

A
a) 1 only
B
b) 2 only
C
c) Both 1 and 2
Correct Answer
D
d) Neither 1 nor 2

📖Detailed Explanation

Answer: (c)

Explanation:
Statement 1 is correct: One of the core long-term deliverables of the National Quantum Mission (NQM) over its 8-year duration (2023-24 to 2030-31) is to build indigenous, intermediate-scale quantum computers.

Statement 2 is correct: To drive localized research, development, and commercialization, the NQM framework relies on a hub-and-spoke model. This involves establishing four distinct Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) across premier Indian academic and national R&D institutes.
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