Royal Rules That Aren't True
These 8 Royal Family "Rules" Are Total Myths
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Like many royal rules, this myth is at least partly based in reality, but it's not as rigid as most people think. While hugging the Queen is a no-go, shaking her hand (if she offers you her hand first) is perfectly acceptable. Younger members of the royal family have broken with the no-touching tradition more often, and have been spotted hugging children or even the occasional fan!