The idiom 'earn a thick ear' means to be punished, typically by being hit or reprimanded. The context suggests such personal questions would lead to punishment elsewhere in the world, but not in India.
CUET UG 2023 — English VA
In the context of the passage what does it mean to 'earn a thick ear'?
Held on 23 Jun 2023 · Verified 13 Jul 2026.
act against your interest
catch a disease
make a big mistake
get punished
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