can police take my driving licence

Yes, a police officer can seize or impound your driving licence, but this power is not unrestricted and must be exercised under the specific provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. This is typically allowed if they have reason to believe you have committed a serious offense or might abscond from summons. Crucially, upon seizing the document, the officer is legally required to provide you with a temporary acknowledgment receipt. The power to ultimately suspend or revoke a driving licence rests with the licensing authority, not the police officer.