In programming, a scope defines the visibility and lifetime of variables and functions. In the context of a View, which is a component in user interface design, the scope determines what data and methods are accessible within that specific view. This helps manage how information is displayed and interacted with by users. When a View is created, it can have its own scope, allowing it to access certain variables while restricting access to others. This encapsulation ensures that changes in one view do not unintentionally affect other parts of the application, promoting better organization and maintainability of code.