The perception of certain individuals or groups as outside the boundary within which one applies moral values and rules of fairness is called:

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Moral exclusion refers to the phenomenon where certain individuals or groups are perceived as outside of the moral community, thus applying moral values and rules of fairness does not apply to them. This leads to discrimination, prejudice, and the denial of basic human rights. Examples include the dehumanization of refugees, immigrants, or members of different ethnic or religious groups, as well as the exclusion of individuals based on their gender or sexual orientation.

The Perception of Certain Individuals or Groups as Outside the Boundary