Government clears 23 institutions to set up ‘quantum labs’
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चर्चा में क्यों
The Government of India approved 23 academic institutions to establish quantum teaching laboratories under the National Quantum Mission (NQM) to advance quantum computing and secure communications.
पृष्ठभूमि
The National Quantum Mission (NQM) has a budget of ₹6003.65 crore. It focuses on developing quantum computers, secure communication systems, and high-precision sensors. The approval covers 23 academic institutions for teaching labs.
प्रीलिम्स के लिए तथ्य
- योजनाNational Quantum Mission (NQM): A government initiative with a ₹6003.65 crore budget.
- विज्ञान-तकनीकNQM objectives: Development of quantum computers, secure communication systems, and high-precision sensors.
- तथ्य23 academic institutions were approved to set up quantum teaching laboratories.
मेन्स के लिए
Q. Discuss the significance of the National Quantum Mission in establishing India's leadership in quantum technologies and its implications for national security.
उत्तर के आयाम
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on foreign quantum computing infrastructure for sensitive data encryption
- Human capital development: Bridging the skill gap through academic-led quantum teaching laboratories
- Security implications: Advancing indigenous secure communication systems against emerging cyber threats
कीवर्ड: Quantum Computing · Strategic Autonomy · Technological Sovereignty · National Quantum Mission · Secure Communication
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