Karnataka to spend ₹600 crore for $20-billion quantum economy by 2035
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· IT, AI, semiconductors & computing· Prelims + Mains·
Quantum computing and space market share: a GS3 Science & Technology and economic development case study.
Why in news
Karnataka's Minister for IT/BT and Home, Priyank Kharge, announced a ₹600 crore investment and a single-window interface to build a $20-billion quantum economy by 2035.
Background
The Karnataka government plans to establish a single-window interface to track joint technology development and job creation. The state aims to capture 50% of India's space market as part of its quantum economy goals.
Facts for Prelims
- FactKarnataka's target quantum economy value is $20 billion by 2035
- FactKarnataka government committed over ₹600 crore for innovation
- FactTargeted share of India's space market is 50%
- PostPriyank Kharge is the Minister for IT/BT and Home in Karnataka
Prelims practice question
With reference to Karnataka's quantum economy goals, consider the following statements:
- The state aims to establish a $20-billion quantum economy by 2035.
- Karnataka targets a 50% share of India's space market.
- The government has committed over ₹1000 crore for innovation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 2 only
- (d)1 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (c) 1 and 2 only — Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is incorrect: The government committed over ₹600 crore.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of developing a quantum economy for India's technological sovereignty and its implications for the space sector.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Infrastructure gap: Requirement for specialized cryogenic cooling and high-precision fabrication labs
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on foreign quantum computing hardware and encryption standards
- Skill deficit: Need for a specialized workforce trained in quantum mechanics and information theory
Keywords: Quantum Computing · Technological Sovereignty · Single-window Interface · Space Market Share · Innovation Ecosystem
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