Science & Technology MCQs - 2026-04-21

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai, is the lead institution in developing the indigenous 50-qubit quantum processor.

The first indigenous quantum processor in India is based on superconducting qubit technology, which requires extremely low temperatures to operate.

The development of the 50-qubit quantum processor is a key milestone under the National Quantum Mission (NQM) launched by the Government of India.

The mission aims to study the Venusian atmosphere, surface geology, and the interaction of the planet with the solar wind.

ISRO plans to use the LVM3, its most powerful rocket, to launch the Shukrayaan-1 mission due to the heavy payload requirements for interplanetary travel.

The Union Cabinet has approved the Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM), popularly known as Shukrayaan-1, with a target launch window in March 2028.