Robert -, general whose victory at Plassey in 1757 strengthened British control in India (5)

I believe the answer is:

clive

(Other definitions for clive that I've seen before include "Boy" , "Indian hero" , "Robert ---, victor of Plassey" , "British general who fought in India" , "Fellow" .)

I've seen this clue in The Mirror.

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