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

Question

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).

Accepted Answer

Both statements are correct. NQM targets 50–100 physical qubits in 5 years and 50–1000 physical qubits in 8 years. It also establishes four T-Hubs: Quantum Computing (IISc Bengaluru), Quantum Communication (IIT Madras), Quantum Sensing & Metrology (IIT Bombay), and Quantum Materials & Devices (IIT Delhi).