This document provides an index and overview of a study on the comparative profitability drivers of the Indian retail industry and challenges faced by unorganized retailers. It outlines the objectives, scope, methodology and limitations of the study, which involves analyzing major retail stores like Vishal Mega Mart, Big Bazaar and Lifestyle, and comparing them to unorganized kirana stores. The study will analyze the profitability factors and threats faced by unorganized retailers in the current retail environment in India.