The Duchess of Cambridge, Catherine (Max Mumby/Getty Images/Indigo).
The lineage of the British Royal Family dates back to King Æthelstan in 927 A.D. At the moment, the House of Windsor is headed by King Charles III and his close family members. We’ve all seen the Royal Family on the news, waving at functions and going to different galas, charity balls, and ceremonial processions. Heavy is the head that wears the crown.
Ever wonder, though, what goes on behind the scenes and out of sight of the BBC, NBC, CNN, and Fox cameras? The “Royal Rules” that every familyfamily member must abide by in order to maintain decorum and safeguard their privacy are outlined in this list.

1. Monopoly is a forbidden board game in the family.ame.

Because it becomes too ferocious
Exception: None
Everyone around the table plays Monopoly, and we know how competitive it is. Major arguments can arise even between family members when someone steps foot on someone else’s property, refuses to negotiate, or hoards land.

In the family, Monopoly is a forbidden board game. Copyright Tracy King/stock.adobe.com
Prince Andrew acknowledged that the Royal Family is “not allowed” to play Monopoly, even during the holidays, indicating that they are not immune to this phenomenon. It appears that the Royal family’s approach to Monopoly is excessively aggressive, leading to intense arguments.heated fights.

2. You should stand up when the King does.

Justification: To respect and obey the king.
Exception: None
The head of state is exactly the same as the King of England. This holy position has existed for more than a millennium, and the Royal Rules on this list are all about respecting and reverencing it.

You should stand when the king does (Brendon Thorne/Getty Images).
The Royals have maintained their formality, and guests are expected to follow these rules when visiting one of the strongholds of the House of Windsor. For example, when King Charles III stands, so does everyone else, and nobody sits until he does as well.

3. Autographs areare notnot permitted.permitted.

Reason: There is a possibility of a royal signature being forged.
Exception: None
Every event that Prince William, Kate Middleton, King Charles, and other members of the Royal Family attend is frequently crowded with well-wishers. Princess Kate will gently turn down a request for her autograph in 2023.

Autographs areare notnot permtted. permitted. ©Images by Chris Jackson/Getty Images
“It’s just one of those rules,” she said, explaining the reason. Given the possibility of these royal signatures being forgeries or duplicates, it’s obvious that signing autographs is prohibited. Imagine how hard it is for the Royals to prevent identity theft. prevent identity theft? Ordinary individuals find it difficult enough to prevent identity theft at their neighborhood PNC, Chase, or Key Bank.

4. Heirs cannot take off together.

Justification: To maintain the succession
Young people, such as Prince George, are an exception.
The line of succession is important to the Royal Family because it determines who will succeed to the throne. This succession was governed by common law, religion, legitimacy, and gender, and the route to the throne has resulted in violent conflicts over the ages.

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However, there are still stringent regulations in place to protect the line, even though relations within the Royal Family have (slightly) calmed down. For example, it is not permitted for two direct heirs to travel by plane together in case the worst happens. Small children are the only exemption, as they must be accompanied by a parent. The Royals would much rather fly in their own private plane than take a British Airways or JetBlue flight.

5. A royal cannot be touched.

Reason: It’s a token of appreciation for their prestigious position.
Except if they initially give you a hug or a firm handshake.
The official royal website states that there are no “official” guidelines or expectations of behavior while interacting with members of the Royal Family. Having said that, there are undoubtedly certain standards. To start, it’s best to stay away from the Royals in person.

A royal can’t be touched. ©PA Pictures/AAlamy Stock Image
This precedent was established by the late Queen Elizabeth II and her spouse, Prince Philip. You can accept an embrace or a handshake from a royal, but it’s better to observe rather than make the first move.

6. The PDA is not accepted.

Reason: PDA is overly casual.
Exceptions include handholding and a pat on the back.
This precedent, established by Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip, encourages individuals to keep their hands to themselves. Not only is it advised that the public keep their distance from the Royal Family, but the Royal Family themselves are forbidden from doing so.

People disapprove of PDA. ©Chris Jackson/Getty Images
Because they are expected to conduct themselves in a serious and professional manner when in public, royals rarely engage in PDA. They may clasp hands or give each other a quick pat on the back occasionally, but public kissing and snuggling are forbidden.

7. Before and after Christmas dinner, everyone weighs in.

To ensure that visitors had enough to eat
Exception: None
Fans of Spencer will be aware of this custom, which goes beyond simple dramatization for the big screen. Though most of us wouldn’t want to participate, Christmas dinner is kind of a competition.

Before and after Christmas dinner, all participants were weighed. ©Getty Images/WPA Pool
The Royal Family’s practice of weighing guests before and after Christmas dinner dates back to the early 1900s. To ensure that every guest had enough to eat, it is customary to measure how much weight each person gained after the large supper. It seems like being a lightweight is the last thing you want to do in the WWE or the Royal Family.

8. They must be gracious in accepting all gifts.

Reason: It’s required by royal etiquette.
Exception: They can’t accept gifts that would place them “under obligation.”
Everybody has ever received a present they didn’t want, so all we could do was smile and say thank you, knowing that once we got home, we’d either donate it or regift it. This also applies to the royal family. When they embark on tours and official visits, they are frequently showered with presents.

They must be gracious in accepting all gifts. ©Getty Images/Matt Cardy
They must always accept gifts from organizations and their country’s leaders with grace, regardless of the gift or the giver. King Charles III has the final say over who retains what. Many gifts are now kept in the Royal Collection, a museum containing artifacts owned by the Royal Family, which was established in 1660.

9. The royal family was not allowed to marry a Roman Catholic until 2011.

Reason: A royal decree enacted in 1701 during a time of war in England.
Exception: In 2011, it was ultimately overturned.
A law prohibiting Royal Family members from getting married to Roman Catholics was passed in 1701. England was a Catholic nation in the 1500s, but by 1750, it was the most powerful Protestant nation in Europe, thanks to the Reformation in the sixteenth century and the civil wars in the seventeenth century.

It was forbidden for the Royal Family to wed a Roman Catholic until 2011. ©Shutterstock/peacepix
Throughout the eighteenth century, England’s main adversaries were France and Catholic Spain. It’s fascinating to note that this prohibition was in effect until 2011, when the Royal Family officially abolished it.

10. Prince Philip had to follow the Queen’s lead.

Reason: It is required by the Orders of Precedence.
Exception: Informal situations
You may have observed that Prince Philip was usually a few steps behind Queen Elizabeth II when you look at images of the two of them. Prince Philip was a consort, not a king, which explains why.

Prince Philip was required to follow the Queen. ©WPA Pool/Getty Images
His rank with the Queen was lower due to the Order of Precedence; therefore, when they went out together, he had to follow her in order to show respect for the Order. It remains to be seen whether King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla will continue this tradition. In 2012, WBD dubbed The Prince “the man behind the queen.”

11. The monarch is not permitted to occupy a throne located abroad.

Justification: Out of reverence for the British monarchy
There is no exception, not even for fictional thrones.
This is not a law; rather, it is a long-standing, ancient tradition (though one could argue that the two have equal degrees of force). It is customary for British monarchs to occupy only British thrones; they are not permitted to occupy foreign ones.

It is not permitted for the monarch to reside on a foreign throne. ©Getty Images/PPool
According to many media outlets, including Stack Exchange, this law is considered an “age-old mark of respect.” This was a very important regulation for Queen Elizabeth. She even graciously declined to sit on the Iron Throne when she was invited to the Game of Thrones set, despite being in awe of its magnificence.

12. A proposal cannot be made without approval.

Justification: The 1772 Royal Marriages Act
Exception: No, if married without it, they lose their place in the line of succession.
The Royal Marriages Act, which established guidelines for royal engagements, marriages, and other events, was passed in 1772. One important tradition that is still in place today is that royal descendants must first get a monarch’s permission before making a proposal.

A proposal cannot be made without approval. ©Max Mumby/Getty Images/Indigo
Before making a proposal, Prince William and Harry had to seek Queen Elizabeth II’s approval. Going forward, future royal weddings will need to go via King Charles. To ensure no marriage lowers the House of Windsor’s prestige, the Royals have this restriction. There are still articles from the early 1980s New York Times archives discussing the “pros” and “cons” of Charles’ proposal to Diana.

13. For the royal family, voting is not permitted.

Reason: Political issues must be “above” them.
Exception: None
Has it ever occurred to you that the Royal Family seldom expresses their political views? There’s a beneficial reason you don’t hear them advocating for the Conservative or Labour parties.

Voting by members of the Royal Family is prohibited. The Royal Family is not permitted to vote or use Shutterstock.
King Charles III and the House of Windsor must continue to be “above” politics. They undoubtedly have political opinions, but they are unable to openly express them, nor do they cast a ballot. Nor are they able to compose protracted political diatribes on Facebook.

14. Women should not wear colored nail polish.

Reason: It appears to be a royal family decision.
Exception: It’s not enforced too strictly.
This one is a little contentious because some people insist it’s true, while others claim it’s not. It’s safe to say that the Royal Family has very specific fashion guidelines, and many of the women in the family have opted to dress neutrally for many formal events.

Colored nail polish is a big no-no for women. ©Max Mumby/Getty Images/Indigo
However, Princess Kate has occasionally sported red fingernails, suggesting that this rule—which some claim the late Queen instituted—isn’t always strictly enforced. Rather than being a strict rule, this is probably best described as a royal preference.