Question

The National Quantum Mission (NQM), launched in 2023, aims to seed, nurture, and scale up scientific and industrial R & D, and create a vibrant ecosystem in Quantum Technology (QT) in India. Four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) were established under NQM to strengthen India’s position as a global leader in quantum technology. These hubs are located in:

• A. IISc Bengaluru; IIT Madras; IIT Bombay; IIT Delhi
• B. National Innovation Foundation Ahmedabad; IIT Kharagpur; IIT Delhi; SN Bose National Centre for Basic Science Kolkata
• C. Institute of Nano Science and Technology Mohali; IIT Roorkee; JNU Delhi; North East Centre for Technology Application and Reach Meghalaya
• D. IIT Madras; National Academy of Sciences Allahabad; IISc Bengaluru; Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The National Quantum Mission (NQM), launched in 2023, was conceptualized to build a strong and self-reliant quantum ecosystem in India by integrating academic research, industry participation, and technological innovation. As part of this mission, the Government of India approved the establishment of four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs), each focusing on core areas such as quantum computing, quantum communication, quantum sensing, and quantum materials.

The officially approved T-Hubs were set up at India’s leading institutes with proven expertise and infrastructure in advanced science and engineering. These hubs are located at:

\(\bullet\) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru
\(\bullet\) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras 
\(\bullet\) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay 
\(\bullet\) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi

These institutions were selected because of their strong track record in quantum research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and capacity to translate fundamental research into scalable technologies. Together, they form the backbone of India’s national effort to emerge as a global leader in quantum technology.

The other options include institutions that, while important in scientific research and innovation, are not officially designated as T-Hubs under the National Quantum Mission.

Hence, the correct answer is: \(\boxed{1}\)