Environment & Ecology · Environmental Laws and Coastal Pollution

Consider the following statements regarding the Tar-balls Management Rules, 2026: I. The rules have been framed under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 to ensure environmentally sound management of tar-ball pollution. II. The rules mandate that tar-ball pollution incidents must be treated as national disasters under the National Disaster Management Authority framework. III. The rules incorporate the 'Polluter Pays Principle', requiring oil facility operators to compensate for environmental damage caused by spills. IV. Tar balls are formed due to the weathering of oil, where lighter fractions evaporate and heavier residues combine with sediments. How many of the above statements are correct?