metaeconomics
Metaeconomics is a field of study that examines the fundamental assumptions, methodologies, and philosophical underpinnings of economics. It seeks to understand how economic theories are constructed, what constitutes valid economic knowledge, and the ethical implications of economic practices. Rather than focusing on specific economic phenomena like inflation or unemployment, metaeconomics delves into the "why" and "how" of economic inquiry itself.
Key areas within metaeconomics include epistemology, which questions the nature of economic knowledge and how it
The field often engages with debates about the scientific status of economics, its relationship with other