Kolkata, June 28 -- Suspended Trinamool Congress (TMC) spokesperson Riju Dutta on Sunday backed the proposed Uniform Civil Code (UCC), saying there should be a common law for all citizens, but it should be introduced with consensus after consulting all stakeholders.

Speaking to ANI, Dutta said the UCC was part of the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) manifesto and the ruling party had the mandate to implement its promises.

"UCC is part of BJP's manifesto. Naturally, the party currently in power will fulfil all the promises made in its manifesto. Opposition parties might raise a hue and cry about the UCC, but given the numbers the BJP has, the bill will certainly pass," he said.

Responding to concerns over the impact of the proposed law in...