Q1. Under the National Quantum Mission (2023-2031), how many institutions were approved in March 2026 for Quantum Teaching Laboratories, each receiving Rs 1 crore?
Explanation
Under the National Quantum Mission (Rs 6,003.65 crore, 2023-2031), the government approved 23 institutions for Quantum Teaching Laboratories in mid-March 2026, with each institution receiving Rs 1 crore to design B.Tech-level quantum courses. Another 100 proposals are under review. The mission targets 50–1,000 qubit quantum computers by 2031.
