Wikipedia:Category classification templates

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A Classification is used on category pages to show the hierarchy of the category. For example, Category:Contraltos has this classification:

Classification: Performing arts: Genres: Opera: Singers: By voice type: Contraltos

also: Music: Genres: Opera: Singers: By voice type: Contraltos