Object Pascal is an extension of the Pascal programming language that incorporates object-oriented programming features. It allows developers to create complex applications by organizing code into reusable objects, making it easier to manage and maintain software projects. Originally developed by Borland in the 1980s, Object Pascal has been widely used in various development environments, particularly with the Delphi IDE. Its syntax is similar to traditional Pascal, but it adds capabilities like inheritance, polymorphism, and encapsulation, which enhance the programming experience and improve code organization.