👉 The term "purview" is used in the context of government or administrative systems to describe the area within which a particular organization operates, such as a department, agency, or office. It refers to the specific responsibilities and functions that are assigned to an individual or group within an organization. The term can also be applied to any part of a system that is under the control or supervision of another entity. For example, in a government agency, purviews could include areas such as education, health care