A theory as to the origin of X and Y is that it came from when men-at-arms wore armor. They evolved from a way of showing that the right hand was not concealing a weapon. A combination of showing an empty right hand, palm outwards (X), which was then raised formally to a helmet to raise a visor (Y) would demonstrate non-aggressive intentions, and therefore respect.
Identify X and Y.
(To clarify, the above theory is not the most widely accepted origin theory for X and Y.)
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Y - Salute
X - ?
X- handshake
Y- salute?
One of them is saluting
A salute and a handshake
X - handshake
Y - salute
Congratulations to Rahul and Varsha for perfect answers and the rest for getting saluting right.
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