The chronological order of the provisions, arranged from recent to the beginning, is as follows:
- Consumer Protection Act: Introduced to safeguard consumer rights and promote fair trade practices.
- Export Amendment Act: Aims to regulate and modernize export policies for global trade competitiveness.
- Environment Protection Act: Enacted to protect and improve the environment, and control pollution.
- The Insecticides Act: Focuses on the safe use, quality control, and regulation of insecticides in agriculture.
- Indian Penal Code (1860): Provides the foundation of criminal law in India, addressing crimes and their punishments.
This sequence demonstrates how legislative priorities have shifted over time, from establishing foundational criminal laws to addressing consumer rights, environmental concerns, and agricultural safety.