The correct answer is **Venus**.

**Important Points for Study and Exams:**
- Venus is often called the **“Morning Star”** or **“Evening Star”** because it is the **brightest natural object in the sky after the Sun and Moon**.
- Its brightness is due to its **highly reflective cloud cover** made of sulfuric acid, which reflects sunlight very efficiently.
- Venus has an **apparent magnitude of around -4.6**, making it easily visible to the naked eye.
- Frequently asked in **astronomy-related GK MCQs** and **competitive exams**.

Remember: **Venus = Brightest planet** in the night sky!