Dharwad (Karnataka) [India], September 21 (ANI): Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Sunday slammed Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over the caste survey, alleging that the intention behind it was to divide the Hindu community in the name of caste and creed. Karnataka Home Minister G Parmeshwara has said that the data from the caste survey will not be used for any reservation, but can be used for governmental programmes for those in need. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah had yesterday reaffirmed his government's commitment to conduct a caste survey in the state, describing it as an essential step to ensure equal opportunities for disadvantaged communities. 'The survey proposed to be conducted in the state is not just a caste survey, but an economic, social and educational survey. Rejecting criticisms and conspiracy theories surrounding the survey, the Chief Minister said, 'The Central government will also conduct a caste survey, and will there be a conspiracy in that too?