Why are the ears your center of balance?

The ears are not the center of balance; instead, they are one of the components that our body uses to maintain balance. The vestibular system, present in the inner ear, senses the position and movement of the head concerning gravity and helps the brain adjust the body's position and movement accordingly. Other components such as vision, proprioception (sense of body position), and muscle coordination also contribute to our balance. Together, these components help us maintain balance and stabilise our bodies while we are standing, walking or performing any activity that involves movement.