Exorcism is a religious practice that is performed in order to remove evil spirits or demonic presence from an individual, place or object. It involves a ceremony or prayer that is conducted by a trained exorcist who invokes divine power to drive out the evil spirit. The ritual can vary depending on the religion and belief system being followed but generally involves the use of prayers, symbols, and objects such as crucifixes or holy water. Exorcisms are often associated with Christianity, particularly in the Catholic Church, where it is seen as a means to free an individual from possession by the devil or other evil spirits. However, exorcism practices can also be found in many other religions and spiritual traditions around the world.