Correct option is D
Let's go through the given Acts and Codes in detail, explaining the chronological order based on their enactment years:
E. Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act (1950):
Enacted in 1950, this Act was designed to protect the symbols of national importance. It prohibits the use of the national emblem, name, or other symbols in ways that could cause harm to the dignity and integrity of the nation. The law ensures that these emblems are not misused, particularly for commercial purposes or in a manner that could lead to disrespect.
A. The Citizenship Act (1955):
Enacted in 1955, this Act governs the acquisition, termination, and other aspects of Indian citizenship. The Citizenship Act was pivotal in defining the legal status of individuals in India and establishing the conditions under which people could become Indian citizens, as well as how they could lose this status. Over the years, it has been amended to address changing national and international scenarios.
C. Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act (1971):
Enacted in 1971, this Act is meant to prevent the desecration and insult of the National Flag and National Anthem. It makes it a punishable offense to show disrespect towards these symbols. This Act plays an essential role in ensuring that national symbols are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve, especially in a multicultural and diverse country like India.
B. Flag Code of India (2002):
The Flag Code of India came into effect on January 26, 2002, though the first version was in existence for decades before it was formally codified. It contains the rules and guidelines on how the national flag should be displayed by government institutions, organizations, and citizens, outlining when and how it can be flown. It also sets out the required conditions for the flag's upkeep and appropriate usage, including situations that should be avoided to prevent disrespect.
D. State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act (2005):
Enacted in 2005, this Act prohibits the misuse of the State Emblem of India. The emblem, which is derived from the Lion Capital of Ashoka, represents the sovereignty of the country, and any improper use of this emblem is illegal. The law is designed to protect the dignity of the emblem and prevent its use in unauthorized or disrespectful contexts, such as for commercial purposes.
Correct Chronological Order:
E. Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act (1950)
A. The Citizenship Act (1955)
C. Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act (1971)
B. Flag Code of India (2002)
D. State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act (2005)
Thus, the correct chronological order is E, A, C, B, D, which is option 4.
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