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Topic: Awareness in the fields of IT, Space, Computers, robotics, Nano-technology, biotechnology and issues relating to intellectual property rights.
5. What is Quantum Key Distribution? What are the various applications of Quantum Technology? Evaluate the steps taken to promote Quantum technology in India. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: Indian Express
Why the question:
In a crucial development for quantum technology in India, a joint team of experts from the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi demonstrated Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) link for a distance of over 100 kilometres.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the applications of Quantum Technology and evaluate the steps taken to promote it.
Directive word:
Evaluate – When you are asked to evaluate, you have to pass a sound judgement about the truth of the given statement in the question or the topic based on evidence. You must appraise the worth of the statement in question. There is scope for forming an opinion here.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by defining is Quantum Key Distribution and its application.
Body:
First, write about the various applications of is Quantum technologies – Cybersecurity, Drug Development, Financial Modeling, weather Forecasting and Climate Change and Solar Capture etc.
Next, write about steps taken to promote Quantum technology in India – Quantum-Enabled Science & Technology (QuEST), National Mission for Quantum Technologies and Applications (NM-QTA) and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) solution etc.
Next, write about the pros and cons of the above steps in furthering Quantum technology in India.
Conclusion:
Conclude with way forward to overcome limitations to enable growth of Quantum technology in India.
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